Ajay Devgn adds star power to ISPL, takes charge of Ahmedabad franchise

The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India’s first tennis-ball T10 cricket league, has added another big Bollywood name to its roster of celebrity team owners. Superstar and entrepreneur Ajay Devgn has been announced as the owner of the newly launched Ahmedabad franchise, marking a major boost to the league’s nationwide expansion.Launched in 2024, ISPL is driven by a visionary leadership group featuring Sachin Tendulkar, Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar, Suraj Samat, and Minal Amol Kale. The league recently brought in Salman Khan as owner of the New Delhi team, and with the addition of the Ahmedabad side, ISPL now has eight franchises, furthering its mission of unearthing grassroots talent and transforming them into cricketing heroes.

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Speaking about the league’s growth, Sachin Tendulkar, Core Committee Member, ISPL, said: “ISPL is rooted in the idea of providing a launchpad for dreams for the young and the seasoned in tennis ball cricket.

The addition of new teams in the upcoming season will open doors for more aspiring cricketers across the country.”Echoing this, Ashish Shelar added: “ISPL is transforming tennis-ball cricket by bringing it to a professional stage. With Ajay Devgn leading the Ahmedabad team, we’re excited to extend opportunities to talent in cricket-rich cities like Ahmedabad.”Suraj Samat, League Commissioner, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Ajay Devgn.

His passion for cricket, coupled with his business acumen, makes him a valuable addition to ISPL. His presence will inspire fans and players, especially in Gujarat, where cricket passion runs deep.”Minal Amol Kale emphasized Ahmedabad’s sporting culture: “With Mr. Devgn at the helm, we see a powerful opportunity to engage local communities and inspire the next generation of players.”Ajay Devgn, a keen cricket enthusiast and investor in multiple sports, already has ties to Ahmedabad through his NY Cinemas multiplex.

Sharing his excitement, he said: “ISPL, with its innovative format, has discovered fresh talent and given them a much-needed platform. Representing a city with such a rich sporting spirit, it is time for the nation to come together and celebrate India’s champions.”With Devgn and Salman Khan joining the league, ISPL now boasts a glittering lineup of celebrity owners, including Amitabh Bachchan (Majhi Mumbai), Saif Ali Khan & Kareena Kapoor Khan (Tiigers of Kolkata), Akshay Kumar (Srinagar Ke Veer), Suriya (Chennai Singams), Hrithik Roshan (Bangalore Strikers) and Ram Charan (Falcon Risers Hyderabad).